Model Legislation

New Jersey A1919

Fair Chance in Housing Act
Housing and Community Development (HCD) Committee

“Fair Chance in Housing Act”; establishes certain housing rights of persons with criminal records.

The “Ban the Box” bill (A1919/S250) would bar potential landlords from asking about an applicant’s criminal history before making a conditional offer to rent, removing a barrier that would otherwise likely exclude them from being considered.

NBCSL Member Sponsors

  • Asm. Benjie Wimberly (NJ)